Alexander Kluge
DCTP
Author, lawyer and filmmaker Alexander Kluge was Managing Director of DCTP, which produces documentaries and cultural programs for television. His recent books include The Separatrix Project with artist Katharina Grosse – a cooperation that started at DLD. He passed away in March 2026, aged 94.
Videos
AI & Philosophy: “Die Wetterkunde des Denkens”
In turbulent, fast-moving times, philosophy must become young again – not by repeating ancient thought, but by developing a new “meteorology of thinking” capable of reading the digital storms reshaping our world. This…
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The 7 Elements of Vividness
This truly special DLD24 session brings together legendary German filmmaker Alexander Kluge and Maja Göpel (University of Lüneburg) for a discussion of the concept of vividness and how humanity can embrace it in…
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Animals of the Milky Way
In his short film “Animals of the Milky Way” renowned German filmmaker Alexander Kluge presents an entirely a new perspective of the Milky Way, with the soundtrack provided by none other than former…
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Framing the World: Storytelling Through Music and Film
In times of change, humans need narratives, storytelling and artistic visions for inspiration, and to make sense of life’s ever-present disruptions. This DLD All Stars session brought together Manthia Diawara, Alexander Kluge and…
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When AI Becomes “Smarter than Its Developers”
In one of his last interviews, the late German author, filmmaker and philosopher Alexander Kluge explores Artificial Intelligence and its ability to reveal hidden truths in unexpected ways.
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The Promptah No. 2: “Dare to Know!”
The second issue of DLD’s people magazine for curious minds celebrates Immanuel Kant’s 300th birthday and explores the dawn of a new age of enlightenment.
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The Art of Planetary Storytelling
Discover highlights from our arts and culture talks at DLD All Stars, with international top speakers from culture, science, politics and business…
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DLD Munich 2026
From January 15-17, 2026, DLD Munich will bring together more than 250 speakers across different disciplines. Find out how to attend the premier gathering of the year…
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DLD Munich 2024
DLD24 brought together experts from business, science and culture. Revisit this exciting event here with talks, videos, images…
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DLD Munich 2023
Highlights of DLD Munich 2023: Find videos, images and speakers of Europe’s leading innovation conference in one place…
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